Description
Low Carb Chicken Fajita Soup is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and zesty spices in a warm, inviting broth. Perfect for chilly nights or family gatherings, this hearty soup is not only delicious but also fits seamlessly into your healthy eating goals. With vibrant flavors and the option to customize toppings, it’s a dish everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (mix of red, yellow, green)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Chop the bell peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add 2 tsp olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Add the chicken breasts to the pot and sear until golden brown on both sides (4-5 minutes per side).
- Stir in the bell peppers, cumin, and chili powder; cook for another 4 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is tender enough to shred.
- Shred the chicken with forks and serve hot with optional cilantro garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg